Darkfall already has had all sorts of rumors about vaporware/too small etc.

If they have the money, theyll finish it. If not they wont, but if they do then theres no reason for them to give the game a rushed launch, or overhype before theyre ready (like so many games do).

I was hoping it would be in beta by now myself, but just because most game companies hype/release/etc as early as possible, doesnt mean DFO has too.

But like Crimthan said, if it doesnt pan out there are always other options.